Empowering Learners: Strategies for Student Success in
Special Education 

DESCRIPTION
The online course, “Empowering Learners: Strategies for Student Success in Special Education”, will discuss the foundation of special education. Special education is defined as a tailored educational approach designed to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. This specialized instruction is aimed at ensuring that these students have access to the general education curriculum and can participate fully in academic, social, and extracurricular activities. The underlying philosophy of special education emphasizes individualized learning plans that cater to the strengths and needs of each student, utilizing various teaching methods, materials, and settings to maximize educational outcomes.


LEARNING OUTCOMES
After the online course, eLearners should be able to…
 Define the special education foundation
 Evaluate an inclusive environment
 Discuss differentiated instruction techniques
 Analyze effective strategies to build social and emotional skills